Drop/Count Team Lead

Title: Drop/Count Team Lead

Requisition ID#: 3772

Location:

Owensboro, KY, US, 42303

Property: Owensboro Racing & Gaming

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ABOUT CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for more than 150 years, beginning with one of the most iconic and enduring events in sports and entertainment—the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI blends a rich legacy with a forward-looking approach to growth. Through the acquisition, development, and operation of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the expansion of online wagering services and other technology businesses, and the ownership and operation of regional casino gaming properties, CDI offers diverse career opportunities across the country. Our success is driven by dedicated team members who are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences, embracing innovation, and helping shape the future of entertainment.

Job Summary

The Count Room Lead is responsible for overseeing and managing the activities of the count room team during the assigned shift. This position ensures the accurate counting, recording, and safeguarding of facility revenue and all related cash transactions. The Count Room Lead is responsible for maintaining compliance with company policies, procedures, and gaming regulations while leading team members, ensuring proper documentation, and preparing deposits for the facility’s financial department.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate count room team activities to ensure accurate and efficient counting, recording, and processing of facility revenue.
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures related to cash handling, count room operations, and gaming regulations.
• Lead team members in counting, sorting, and verifying currency and coin while ensuring adherence to required procedures.
• Complete and verify all paperwork and documentation related to revenue counts accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform and verify daily and/or shift-end cash counts for gaming revenue, jackpots, and drop boxes.
• Prepare and verify daily deposit slips and ensure funds are securely transferred to the vault or designated financial department.
• Maintain logs for all cash-related activities, including discrepancies, drop box contents, and security concerns.
• Identify and report discrepancies, shortages, or suspicious activity to the Count Room Supervisor and Sr. Finance Director.
• Ensure count room security procedures, including surveillance monitoring, are strictly followed.
• Conduct regular audits of count room equipment and security systems to ensure operational readiness.
• Communicate effectively with accounting, surveillance, security, and other departments regarding operational issues or discrepancies.
• Provide training, coaching, and support to Count Room Attendants while promoting teamwork and compliance.
• Assist in preparing management reports related to daily revenues, cash handling, and operational issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of gaming operations, cash handling, and drop box procedures.
• Ability to count and reconcile large sums of cash accurately.
• Familiarity with count room equipment such as currency counters, coin sorters, and related tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Leadership ability with experience motivating, supervising, and training team members.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Basic computer proficiency, including spreadsheets, data entry, and reporting software.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and logs.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-stakes environment.
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing priorities and deadlines.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a count room, cash handling, or related supervisory role.
• Knowledge of gaming regulations and cash handling procedures required.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience using cash-counting machines or related technology preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.
  
  

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Regularly required to stand, speak, hear, use hands, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
• Office environment is moderately quiet.
• Casino floor environment may be loud and may include exposure to cigarette smoke.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
  
  

CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

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